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Cancer and the financial burden of a diagnosis

A cancer diagnosis can bring with it a financial burden for both the patient and their caregivers. Each social group is vulnerable. The combined reduction in income along with extra health care costs and associated costs like fuel, heating, travel costs has a wide ranging consequence for the cancer patient and their families. Bills and cost can be hard to manage so it is important to get as much advise and seek assistance as soon as issues arise. Coping with medical expenses If you are diagnosed with cancer you are entitled to free tests and treatment in hospital, but you [...]

By Linnoco|2020-11-19T15:28:01+00:00November 13th, 2020|Care After Breast Surgery, Support & Advice|0 Comments

Cancer Support Centres in Ireland

If you have been diagnosed with cancer there are many different support and resources available to you. Cancer Support Centres provide support and help for clients for each stage of their cancer journey. These centres cater for family and caregivers also. Here is a list centres in Ireland of Cancer Support Centres and groups which are affiliated with the Irish Cancer Society. You can contact the Irish Cancer Society directly for more information about their services on 1800 200 700 or email: supportline@irishcancer.ie Ulster Cavan Cuan Cancer Social Support and Wellness Group Centre Address 2 Keadue Lane, Cavan Phone Number [...]

By Linnoco|2020-11-19T15:27:42+00:00November 2nd, 2020|Care After Breast Surgery, Support & Advice|0 Comments

Client review

Client review of Linnoco's mastectomy and prosthesis fitting service This is a recent review from one of our clients here at Linnoco It is always a pleasure and honour to help ladies find the right post mastectomy products. To find out more about the range of mastectomy bras, breast prosthesis, pocketed swimsuit and compression garments that we stock here at Linnoco do get in touch.

By Linnoco|2020-11-19T15:27:09+00:00June 20th, 2020|Care After Breast Surgery, Support & Advice|0 Comments

Types of Mastectomy Bras

What is a Post Mastectomy Bra? A post mastectomy bra is very similar to a fashion bra. It''s the design of the bra that makes it is a little different. A good mastectomy bra provides both comfort and support. They are generally pocketed on both sides to allow for the use of prosthesis if it is needed. There are many styles of mastectomy bras, so it is important to try different styles to find the one that is right for you. Should I wear an underwire or non wired mastectomy bra? This is often a question that ladies often ask? [...]

By Linnoco|2020-11-19T15:29:46+00:00June 17th, 2020|Support & Advice, Care After Breast Surgery|0 Comments

Measuring for a mastectomy bra

A good fitting mastectomy bra will help your posture, give you confidence in your outerwear, and make you feel so much more comfortable. It is advisable to measure yourself regularly and especially if you are going to buy a new bra. Measuring for a mastectomy bra is a little different than measuring for a bra. Whether you have had a lumpectomy, partial mastectomy or full mastectomy you can use the following steps to measure for a mastectomy bra and work out your correct bra size. What is the difference between a bra and a mastectomy bra? A mastectomy bra [...]

By Linnoco|2020-11-19T15:26:39+00:00June 11th, 2020|Support & Advice, Care After Breast Surgery|0 Comments

How to measure your bra size correctly

A high percentage of ladies are wearing the incorrect size bra. It is important to be remeasured every 6 months as our bodies changed due to many different factors like hormones, weight fluctuation, exercise and diet . Some times its not always possible to go to a fitter to be measured so alternatively you can measure yourself at home and then shop freely online or in store. Where do I start? Before you start you need a tape measure with inches. You can order a Linnoco Toolkit online which we will send to you free of charge. The toolkit consists [...]

By Linnoco|2020-06-19T12:12:25+00:00June 6th, 2020|Support & Advice|0 Comments

Interview about Online Mastectomy Bra Fitting Service

Had the honor of speaking on the Morning Mix with Alan Corcoran about our new Online Mastectomy Bra Fitting Service. Alan asked me about my oncology nursing background and how that has had an impact on not just myself but on the service that i provide. We discussed how it is so important for any ladies who has had a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment to have well fitted mastectomy products. By having access to good quality mastectomy products a woman can experience positive feelings in relation to their body image, self confidence and psychological health. We also discussed the [...]

By Linnoco|2020-11-19T15:26:14+00:00May 26th, 2020|Media|0 Comments

New Online Bra Fitting Service

Delighted to have our new services fully up and going. This was established due to the current restrictions. Have a read of an article from the Wexford People Paper about our new services. https://www.independent.ie/regionals/wexfordpeople/news/mastectomy-bra-fitting-service-available-online-39197589.html

By Linnoco|2020-11-19T15:28:39+00:00May 12th, 2020|Media|0 Comments

Covid-19 Service Announcement

Covid-19 Service Announcement We want to reassure our customers that the supply of post mastectomy bras, swimsuits, breast prosthesis and our full range of stocked items is in good supply and are readily available.   We will continue to process paperwork for medical card entitlements and health insurance rebates for your post op products. However, in line with government guidelines, we are unable to meet customers face to face. Instead we are inviting you to request a measurement chart and free tape measure which we will post to you to measure yourself at home. Armed with your measurements, you [...]

By Linnoco|2020-06-11T18:41:51+00:00April 29th, 2020|Support & Advice|0 Comments

Linnoco’s Story

Who's behind Linnoco? While working as an oncology nurse, Sasha cared for many women who had undergone surgery and follow up treatments for breast cancer, all with individual stories, all with one big problem. She observed their difficulties in adapting to their new normal. Their endless search for a solution to their issues with lingerie. How to find a bra that would support, maybe rebalance a body altered by treatment? How to reconcile the old image with the new reality? How to shop in the communal changing rooms of well meaning chain stores? And so? The solution seemed obvious! We [...]

By Linnoco|2020-11-19T15:24:33+00:00July 15th, 2018|Support & Advice|0 Comments